Molecular Company Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 50+ Versus Sisley Paris Phyto-Hydra Teint Tinted Moisturizer
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Urea
Buffering
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Capsicum Annuum Extract
MaskingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningWater, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Propanediol, Phospholipids, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Niacinamide, Urea, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Capsicum Annuum Extract, Panthenol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Gluconate
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCydonia Oblonga Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Grandis Fruit Extract
Astringent
Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientLilium Candidum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSodium Chloride
Masking
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract, Cydonia Oblonga Leaf Extract, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Limonene, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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